Eric Emery on Due process protections

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2026 Regular Session×1.0045 bills

HJR5001proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring a declaration of necessity and clarifying public use of private property taken or damaged by eminent domain.proYea✓
HJR5001proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring a declaration of necessity and clarifying public use of private property taken or damaged by eminent domain.proYea✓
HB1094clarify that consent for the donation of ovum or sperm must be explicit.proNay✗
HB1094clarify that consent for the donation of ovum or sperm must be explicit.proNay✗
HB1094clarify that consent for the donation of ovum or sperm must be explicit.proNay✗
HB1176clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation.proYea✓
HB1219require the provision of interpreter or translator services for parties to an administrative contested case.proYea✓
SB159revise requirements pertaining to the minimum age for marriage.proNay✗
SB159revise requirements pertaining to the minimum age for marriage.proYea✓
HB1045revise certain provisions related to child support.proYea✓
HB1234revise provisions related to serving a subpoena in a contested case.proYea✓
HB1019revise provisions regarding pesticide laws.proYea✓
HB1108require the sealing of court files upon dismissal or denial of a petition for a protection order.proYea✓
HB1163prohibit certain persons from requiring genetic-based vaccinations.proNay✗
HB1163prohibit certain persons from requiring genetic-based vaccinations.proNay✗
HB1188limit the liability of law enforcement officers and others when removing a disabled vehicle from a highway, a right of way, or public waters.antiYea✗
HB1188limit the liability of law enforcement officers and others when removing a disabled vehicle from a highway, a right of way, or public waters.antiYea✗
SB88clarify the procedure for a potential condemnor to examine real property absent the property owner's permission.proYea✓
HB1015create a pilot program in the Unified Judicial System to develop a pretrial release program.proYea✓
HB1028establish a criminal background check requirement for multistate licensure under the social work licensure compact.proYea✓
HB1028establish a criminal background check requirement for multistate licensure under the social work licensure compact.proYea✓
HB1076revise restrictions on residence within a community safety zone and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB4revise procedures for returning and withholding security deposits for residential premises.proYea✓
SB51revise certain requirements for contesting actions of the South Dakota Retirement System.antiYea✗
HB1014modify the surcharge for a responding party in a forcible entry and detainer action.proYea✓
HB1040revise the child support obligation schedule.proYea✓
HB1065revise the medical purpose affirmative defense in cannabis prosecution.proNay✗
HB1065revise the medical purpose affirmative defense in cannabis prosecution.proNay✗
HB1183revise qualifications for immunity from prosecution following a drug-related overdose.proYea✓
HB1292limit the ability of a health carrier to recoup, recover, or retroactively deny previously paid claims.proYea✓
SB44establish investigative subpoena authority to gather business records in certain investigations.proYea✓
HB1011modify fees charged by the clerk of courts for certain copies of court records.antiYea✗
HB1153protect certain rights of healthcare providers.proNay✗
HB1153protect certain rights of healthcare providers.proNay✗
HB1171establish provisions related to the disclosure of COVID-19 and mRNA vaccination status and blood donations.proNay✗
HB1171establish provisions related to the disclosure of COVID-19 and mRNA vaccination status and blood donations.proNay✗
HB1180ensure the validity of non-compete agreements in the context of jointly owned business entities.antiYea✗
HB1238protect financial institutions taking action to prevent the financial exploitation of consenting, senior, or vulnerable adults.proYea✓
SB93prohibit certain state officers or employees from being employed by an organization that was the recipient of a contract awarded on behalf of a state agency for a period of time.proNay✗
SB93prohibit certain state officers or employees from being employed by an organization that was the recipient of a contract awarded on behalf of a state agency for a period of time.proYea✗tabled
HB1068authorize the dispensing of ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine under a written protocol developed by a health care provider, and to provide liability protection therefor.proNay✗
HB1068authorize the dispensing of ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine under a written protocol developed by a health care provider, and to provide liability protection therefor.proNay✗
HB1196provide for the participation of delegates from this state in an Article V convention, and to provide a penalty therefor.proNay✗
HB1196provide for the participation of delegates from this state in an Article V convention, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✗tabled
SB113increase the penalty for preventing practice of religion.proNay✗

2025 Regular Session×0.7019 bills

SB198Establish conditions a prospective condemnor must satisfy before commencing condemnation proceedings.proYea✗tabled
SB198Establish conditions a prospective condemnor must satisfy before commencing condemnation proceedings.proNay✗
SB198Establish conditions a prospective condemnor must satisfy before commencing condemnation proceedings.proYea✗tabled
HB1140Provide oversight regarding the exercise of gubernatorial emergency powers.proYea✗tabled
SB63Establish protections for state employees who report improper governmental conduct and crime.proYea✓
SB63Establish protections for state employees who report improper governmental conduct and crime.proYea✓
HB1238Establish protections for a veteran seeking assistance in a veterans' benefit matter.proYea✓
HB1023Modify the definition of a conviction for purposes of license revocation.proYea✓
HB1174Revise certain provisions related to the rights and obligations of a father of a child born to an unmarried mother.proYea✓
HB1243Require an ownership disclosure for any non-individual entity that exercises eminent domain.proYea✗tabled
SB123Revise provisions related to forensic medical examinations.proYea✓
SB193Allow an applicant to have an interpreter present during the driving portion of a driver license exam.proYea✓
SB62Establish mandatory reporting requirements related to improper governmental conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB62Establish mandatory reporting requirements related to improper governmental conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
HB1078Establish provisions related to the disclosure of COVID-19 vaccination status and blood donations.proNay✗
HB1078Establish provisions related to the disclosure of COVID-19 vaccination status and blood donations.proYea✗tabled
SB172Provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proNay✗
SB172Provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proNay✗
SB172Provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proNay✗

2024 Regular Session×0.4929 bills

HB1220allow an appeal of a decision of the Department of Education regarding special education or related services by a civil action against the department.proYea✓
SB194create a license plate for certain retired firefighters and clarify provisions regarding special firefighter license plates.proYea✓
HB1203clarify references to the court in a condemnation proceeding.proYea✓
HB1013adopt the advanced practice registered nurse compact.proYea✓
HB1084repeal a provision related to habeas corpus proceedings.antiNay✓
HB1245revise provisions related to the custody of an alleged delinquent child before and after a temporary custody hearing.proYea✓
SB71remove a prohibition on the ability of law enforcement and various governmental entities to inspect, search, seize, prosecute, or impose disciplinary action on cannabis dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing facilities, and testing facilities.proNay✗
SB90revise and repeal provisions related to forcible entry and detainer.antiNay✓
HB1123allow for an action to establish paternity after age eighteen based on genetic test results.proYea✓
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.proYea✓
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.proYea✓
SB97establish the admissibility of evidence of similar crimes in sexual assault cases.antiNay✓
HB1041modify the definition of public infrastructure to allow a federally recognized Indian tribe to be eligible for housing infrastructure grants and loans and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1021merge the Professional Teachers Practices and Standards Commission and the Professional Administrators Practices and Standards Commission.proNay✗
HB1021merge the Professional Teachers Practices and Standards Commission and the Professional Administrators Practices and Standards Commission.proYea✗tabled
HB1048revise the requirements pertaining to average teacher compensation and to establish a minimum teacher salary.proYea✓
HB1048revise the requirements pertaining to average teacher compensation and to establish a minimum teacher salary.proYea✓
HB1092revise provisions regarding the 911 emergency surcharge.proYea✓
HB1092revise provisions regarding the 911 emergency surcharge.proYea✓
HB1204establish a civil action for nonconsensual condom removal.proYea✓
SB85revise a provision related to an action to quiet title to real property.proYea✓
SCR605Affirming the value of grassland ecosystems and the importance of farmers and ranchers as managers.proYea✓
HB1057create the Commission on Indigent Legal Services and Office of Indigent Legal Services, to make an appropriation for reimbursing county indigent legal services, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1057create the Commission on Indigent Legal Services and Office of Indigent Legal Services, to make an appropriation for reimbursing county indigent legal services, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1158limit reliance upon secondary sources as statements of law.proNay✗
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.proNay✗
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.proNay✗
SB172allow a person to temporarily take responsibility of a feral cat for the purpose of spaying or neutering the animal.proYea✓
HB1023provide immunity from liability for certain actions of the State Bar and its agents.antiYea✗

2023 Regular Session×0.3428 bills

HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.proYea✓
HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.proYea✓
SB206clarify good cause for the purpose of continuing an involuntary commitment hearing.proYea✗tabled
HB1046provide free tuition at Board of Technical Education institutions for children or spouses of members of the South Dakota National Guard disabled or deceased in the line of duty.proYea✓
SB9modify discharge notice procedures applicable to developmentally disabled persons.proYea✓
SB129include school employees in certain assault provisions and provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB129include school employees in certain assault provisions and provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
HB1235provide a conscience exemption from a COVID-19 vaccination.proNay✗
SB90provide certain definitions related to the crime of rape.proYea✓
SB70revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.proYea✓
SB93provide an increased appropriation for the construction costs of an athletics events center at Dakota State University, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1191clarify the duties of truancy officers.proYea✓
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.proYea✓
SB4modify a court's authority to commit a habitual juvenile offender to the Department of Corrections.proNay✗
HB1067provide for a rebuttable presumption of intent to distribute methamphetamine when in possession of more than five grams.antiNay✓
HB1061repeal provisions regarding criminal jury trials effective upon the adoption of Supreme Court rules.proNay✗
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.antiYea✗
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.antiYea✗
HB1108revise provisions related to abandoned mobile or manufactured homes.proYea✓
HB1108revise provisions related to abandoned mobile or manufactured homes.proYea✓
HB1230clarify references to the court in a condemnation action.proYea✓
SB176modify certain requirements for removal from the sex offender registry.proYea✓
SB50revise the crime of witness tampering.proYea✓
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.antiYea✗
SB156make an appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act monies for eligible water projects and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB91revise certain provisions regarding the crime of rape and provide a penalty therefor.antiYea✗
HB1064require the Unified Judicial System to assemble a task force to address the provision of legal services to indigent parties within the South Dakota court system and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1103waive the fee for nondriver identification cards for individuals at or below the federal poverty level.proYea✓

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